VodafoneThree Graduate Commercial Future Leader Programme

Vodafone Group; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a Commercial Future Leader Graduate to drive impactful projects and collaborate with senior leaders. This role is designed for recent graduates passionate about commercial strategy and eager to shape the future of connectivity. The position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, fostering a supportive environment for growth and learning.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Welcome bonus

Annual performance bonus

Personalized benefits

Learning tools

Qualifications

• Eager to make a difference and drive change.
• Suitable for recent graduates from June 2023 to August 2026.
• Ability to thrive in collaborative environments.

Responsibilities

• Drive real business impact and lead projects.
• Collaborate closely with senior leaders.
• Shape the future of connectivity.

Skills

Ambition

Passion for commercial strategy

Collaboration

Growth mindset

Education

2.1 degree or higher

Job description

Location: Newbury and London + *Hybrid

Salary: Competitive salary of £35,000, welcome bonus of £1,000, plus annual performance bonus and VodafoneThree benefits

Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Mon to Fri

Duration: 2 years

Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. At VodafoneThree we’re not just expanding connectivity, we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services and communities across the country.

We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress – today.

Be the driving force behind VodafoneThree’s Commercial transformation

We’re not just launching a graduate programme – we’re building the next generation of commercial leaders who will help transform the future of connectivity in the UK.

As a Commercial Future Leader, you’ll be at the heart of our bold journey, driving real business impact from day one. You’ll own projects that matter, collaborate closely with senior leaders and help us set the pace for the UK.

If you’re eager to make a difference, passionate about customers and commercial strategy and ready to accelerate your career into leadership, join us and build the future of VodafoneThree - where your ambition meets ours.

What you’ll do

As a VodafoneThree Future Leader Graduate, you’ll launch your career with a programme designed to build the future leaders of our business. You’ll turn your ambition into real results, gain hands‑on experience and shape the future of connectivity.

• Learn the business inside out: Immerse yourself in real commercial challenges, own projects, and work with senior leaders to understand what drives our business forward.
• Grow through experience: Alongside a structured development plan, you’ll be supported throughout and gain skills that set you on your accelerated fast‑traked journey to leadership.
• Supportive Environment: You won’t be doing it alone. You’ll be guided by experienced mentors, leaders, and a dedicated graduate community.
• Shape the future: You’ll drive real change as a leader that impacts customers, communities and the entire industry, making an impact from day one.

Who you are

• You’re ambitious and passionate about wanting to be a future leader.
• You’ve done your research and you’re intentional about building a career in Commercial.
• You understand the value of our customers and you’re ready to help build the UK’s digital future.
• You thrive on driving change and transformation and take accountability for results.
• You’re inclusive, collaborate effectively, and inspire others to achieve more.
• You’re curious, bold and enjoy environments that challenge your thinking.
• You’re driven by growth and never stop learning.

This programme is for grads who have the skills to hit the ground running. If that’s you, we’d love to hear from you.

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

Hybrid

*Hybrid. We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2‑3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team.

What we offer

We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top‑notch parental leave policies.

Application process

At VodafoneThree, we believe in creating a hiring process that empowers everyone to be at their best.

This involves the following steps:

1. Eligibility questions
2. Online assessment – includes a video interview, an image‑based personality questionnaire and a logical reasoning assessment
3. Telephone call with a Recruiter
4. Assessment centre

Please note the following:

• Applications close on 31st December 2025, however, we may close early if we’ve received some game changing applications – so make sure you apply early!
• A 2.1 in any degree is required, recently graduated – i.e. a bachelors or masters obtained or to be obtained between June 2023 and August 2026
• You must also have the correct right to work documentation in place for the full programme duration. We do not accept the Graduate Route Visa.

Need to know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/reasonable-adjustments/ for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine‑tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are – your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.

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